Bus Tickets from Barstow to Chicago

Next departures

Next departures for Barstow to Chicago on September 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Travel Center
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Travel Center
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Travel Center
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Travel Center
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Travel Center
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Barstow to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$230 - US$391Average Duration2d 5h
66kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$179 - US$342Average Duration1d 20h
242kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Barstow to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
1d 20hAverage Duration
US$179Cheapest ticket
242kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Barstow to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$252
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 5h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure12:55pm
Distance2659 km
Latest bus departure8:55pm

Barstow to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Barstow - Chicago

  1. What is the distance between Barstow and Chicago?

    The distance between Barstow and Chicago is around 2663 km (1651 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Barstow to Chicago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Travel Center, in Barstow, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$521
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US$628
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barstow to Chicago was searched and found on Sep 16, 2025 with a price of US$521

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barstow to Chicago, as early as possible.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Barstow to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Barstow by bus?

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